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FJ53 UUB

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 117,544 miles on the clock, averaging 5,863 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for FJ53 UUB

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,544
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,863

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading117,544 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,211
Average per year5,863
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ53 UUB 33k54k75k97k118k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage117,544 miles
Since last MOT+3,211 miles
PASS
Mileage114,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,333 miles
Since last MOT+1,962 miles
PASS
Mileage112,371 miles
Since last MOT+1,762 miles
PASS
Mileage110,609 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,609 miles
Since last MOT+976 miles
PASS
Mileage109,633 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,633 miles
Since last MOT+1,566 miles
PASS
Mileage108,067 miles
Since last MOT+2,306 miles
PASS
Mileage105,761 miles
Since last MOT+2,567 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,194 miles
Since last MOT+7,210 miles
PASS
Mileage95,984 miles
Since last MOT+5,308 miles
PASS
Mileage90,676 miles
Since last MOT+19,054 miles
PASS
Mileage71,622 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,594 miles
Since last MOT+14,396 miles
PASS
Mileage57,198 miles
Since last MOT+9,718 miles
PASS
Mileage47,480 miles
Since last MOT+14,089 miles
PASS
Mileage33,391 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 UUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FJ53 UUB

What car is FJ53 UUB?

FJ53 UUB is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FJ53 UUB?

The last recorded mileage for FJ53 UUB was 117,544 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ53 UUB passed its MOT?

FJ53 UUB has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 28 Jan 2021.

Is FJ53 UUB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ53 UUB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FJ53 UUB?

FJ53 UUB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.